1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1977 Peugeot 504 (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Peugeot | Lada |
| Model | 504 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
