1992 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
