1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1458 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
| Model | A 310 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
