1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 30 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 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 | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 310 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |