1996 Lada Niva vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
