1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 920 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 310 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |