1985 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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, 1990 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 (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 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 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | CX | Niva |
Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |