1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 31 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
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, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 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 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 310 | 5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |