1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 26 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 604 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 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape 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 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
