1987 Lada Niva vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 780 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Niva | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Niva | Monterey |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3160 mm |