1968 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
