2004 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Alpine A 310
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1979 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpine |
| Model | MDX | A 310 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
