1971 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 173 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen DS | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | Laguna |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |