1975 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX.
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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
