1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 25 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 940 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, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1920 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 |
