1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2012 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
