1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 900 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1979 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1979 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
