1974 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Lada 2107
To start off, 1986 Lada 2107 is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Lada 2107.
Because 1986 Lada 2107 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1986 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
