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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 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 | 1761 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |