1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 106 L |
