1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1486 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 132 L |
