1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | V6 | 245 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |