1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 265 would be higher. Both 1981 Alpine A 310 and 1977 Volvo 265 are equipped with a 2,664 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 265 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | A 310 | 265 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |