1987 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | CX | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
