1991 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 845 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3160 mm |
