1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850, 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | A 310 | 850 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |