1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 766 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 310 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |
