1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 301 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Because 1978 Alpine A 310 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 1978 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 310 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |