1984 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 4 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX.
Because 1988 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, 1988 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, 1988 Lada Niva (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | BX | Niva |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1190 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 | 45 L |