1996 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 965 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | ML |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 95 L |
