1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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, 1989 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
