1994 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 396 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
