2001 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 205 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
