1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 576 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 310 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
