1996 Lada Niva vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 148 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Lada | Peugeot |
Model | Niva | 405 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |