1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 24 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ. 2005 Mazda AZ has automatic transmission and 1981 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1981 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda AZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 310 | AZ |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |