2006 Lada Niva vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 120 L |
