1995 Lada Niva vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | 320 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3310 mm |