1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lada Niva weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C 15 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
