1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 316 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xantia | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
