1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 22 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1065 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
