2005 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
