1996 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 406. 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 406 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
