1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | A 610 | 760 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |