1989 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1990 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1990 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 1990 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | CX | Esprit |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1330 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |