1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
