1974 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 113 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1974 Citroen CX (161 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
