1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 610 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1603 mm |
