1979 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1980 Lotus Eclat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 296 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1980 Lotus Eclat 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 1980 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | CX | Eclat |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |