1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 550 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
