1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 29 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 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
