1990 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 22 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 585 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Lada Niva | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | CLS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |