1982 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 830 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | G |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
