1979 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Lada 110
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1998 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | 110 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
