1988 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | Niva | C3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
