2004 Lada Niva vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
