1992 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, both 1992 Citroen BX and 1992 Lada Niva were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Citroen BX (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | BX | Niva |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |