1974 Citroen GS vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | GS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 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 | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
