1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 1979 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 1979 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 310 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |