1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen C 15. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C 15 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
