1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Volvo 245 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | A 310 | 245 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |