1999 Lada Niva vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, both vehicles can yield 133 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
