1976 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva. 1976 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
