1995 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2005 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 98 L |
