1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1982 Alpine A 310 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1982 Alpine A 310.
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, 1982 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
