1984 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 203 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit 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 Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | CX | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
