2005 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
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 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 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 505. 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
