1997 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 617 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2007 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | AX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
