1980 Citroen LN vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. 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 1980 Citroen LN. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | LN | Niva |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |