1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260. 1980 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | V6 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
