1988 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1995 Lada Natacha is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Natacha weights approximately 91 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Lada Natacha (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1995 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | BX | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
