1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Volvo 240 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 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 43 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 240 weights approximately 180 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | V6 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
