2001 Lada Niva vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 320 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.
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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
