1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 500 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
