1999 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Lada | Peugeot |
Model | Niva | 505 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |