1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 28 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alpine | Mercury |
Model | A 310 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |