1982 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 925 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |
