1982 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2613 mm |
