1977 Lada 1200 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1977 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lada 1200 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1200 | M |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 15.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2915 mm |