1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1984 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1984 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 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, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310. 1984 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1981 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1981 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1984 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2900 mm |
