1985 Lada Niva vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada Niva | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | Ponton |
Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |