1972 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 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 18 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
