1983 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 106 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
