2003 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
