1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 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 62 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 310 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
