2008 Lada Niva vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | 220 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1750 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 | 45 L | 64 L |