1997 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 452 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 205 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
