1995 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 206 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
