1985 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | CX | Niva |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1240 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 |