1974 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 237 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | CX | Excel |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |