1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 24 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 486 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Because 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 310 | Escape |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |