2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1990 Renault Laguna. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1990 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1990 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
