1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Volvo 460
To start off, 1991 Volvo 460 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 460 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Because 1977 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 1977 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 460, 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, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 460. (176 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 310 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| 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 | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
