1990 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | XM | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 137 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 | 1280 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |