1985 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 268 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
