1967 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 262 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | DS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
