1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. 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. 1988 Volvo 760 has automatic transmission and 1965 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1965 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alpine A 110 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | A 110 | 760 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2780 mm |