1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 310 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
