1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310. 1996 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1980 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1980 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1996 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
