1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
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, 1987 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alpine A 310 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | A 310 | 240 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |