1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 935 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1200 | G |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
