1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 590 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2680 mm |
