1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 610 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1493 mm |
