1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 463 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
