1978 Lada 1200 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 465 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1200 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1200 | C |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 62 L |