1998 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Peugeot Escapade
To start off, both 1998 Lada Niva and 1998 Peugeot Escapade were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Peugeot Escapade (205 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1998 Peugeot Escapade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 1998 Peugeot Escapade | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | Escapade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
