1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 610 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.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lada 1200 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1200 | C |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 62 L |