1975 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
