1985 Citroen C vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
