1995 Lada Niva vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 120 L |