1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Because 1983 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 1983 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480, 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, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 310 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
