1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | ZX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
