1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 336 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 310 | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |