1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 265 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 10 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 265 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265. 1977 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | V6 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
