1982 Citroen LN vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 438 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | LN | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1152 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 | 43 L |
