1995 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 685 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Niva | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |