1984 Citroen CX 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 CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 219 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
