1960 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 405 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | Laguna |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |