1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 811 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 1978 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
