1972 Citroen GS vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | GS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
