1975 Lada 1200 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1975 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1975 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lada 1200 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1200 | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 62 L |
