1985 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 395 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | BX | Niva |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1285 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 Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |