1979 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 376 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Because 1969 Lotus Elan 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 1969 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | CX | Elan |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 889 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |