2008 Citroen C6 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C6 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
