1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | V6 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
