1983 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
