2003 Lada Niva vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
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2003 Lada Niva | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |