1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1995 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
