1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, 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 C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 310 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
