1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera, 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alpine A 310 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 310 | Primera |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |