1986 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | CX | Niva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1452 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 | 178 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 |