2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C5 | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |