1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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 32 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 645 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
