1998 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Lada | Citroen |
Model | Niva | C4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |