1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 771 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70, 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310. 2013 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1979 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1979 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 310 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
