1990 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva. 2006 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Lada | Maybach |
| Model | Niva | 62 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 110 L |
