1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 164 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | V6 | 164 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |