2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 113 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Berlingo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
