1991 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 600 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | BX | Laguna |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |