1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1979 Volvo 164
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 164 would be higher. Both 1984 Alpine A 310 and 1979 Volvo 164 are equipped with a 2,664 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 164.
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, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 164. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1979 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 310 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3350 mm |
