1976 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 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, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
