1970 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1970 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | DS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 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 |
