1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 782 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | A 310 | S60 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2776 mm |