1995 Lada Niva vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 28.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
