1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
Because 1988 Alpine V6 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 1988 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | V6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| 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 | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
