1976 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
