1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 26 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Cruze weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 310 | Cruze |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |