1984 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | BX | Niva |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |