1995 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 310 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
