1983 Peugeot 305 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Peugeot 305 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 305 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Peugeot | Lada |
| Model | 305 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1578 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
