1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 14 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Nova weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 1981 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 1981 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova, 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Holden Nova | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 310 | Nova |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |