1988 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 16 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 316 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.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 2004 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | BX | Niva |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |