1978 Lada 1600 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1978 Lada 1600 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (190 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1600 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1600 | SE |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 100 L |