1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 2105 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2105 | 220 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |