1989 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 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 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | XM | Niva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
