1988 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 18 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 642 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Niva | Milan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |