2006 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 735 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 1968 Mercury Marauder. 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3160 mm |
