1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 310 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
