1989 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1989 Citroen XM (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | XM | Niva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
