1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 27 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 499 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 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 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
