1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 785 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ak 350 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
