1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2480 mm |
