1990 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX, 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | BX | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
