1990 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 18 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | CX | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |