1980 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Lada Niva | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | GL |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |