1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | V6 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
