1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 29 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 939 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
