2009 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 43 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Mystique. 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
