1988 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | CX | Niva |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1210 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 |