1974 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 21 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, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | CX | Niva |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |