2009 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
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2009 Lada Niva | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |