1988 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
