1988 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 373 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | CX | Esprit |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |