1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1979 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 1979 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 310 | Escort |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |