1995 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 604. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1986 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1986 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 604 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
