1994 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 12 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 925 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.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Niva | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |