1981 Citroen LN vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 502 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | LN | Niva |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 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 | 42 L |