1995 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Citi |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1423 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |