2001 Lada Niva vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3910 mm |
