1983 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Laguna weights approximately 540 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
