1987 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 137 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | BX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
