1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 44 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
