1988 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 607 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
