1991 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1990 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Niva | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Lada | Peugeot |
Model | Niva | 505 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |