1968 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | DS | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |