2000 Lada Niva vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 204 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
