1997 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 264 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Citi |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |