1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2001 Holden Vectra is newer by 21 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Because 1980 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra. 2001 Holden Vectra 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. 2001 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
