1987 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Lotus Exige 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 2002 Lotus Exige. 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | CX | Exige |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
