2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C4 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 1585 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
