1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (205 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 601 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada 2105 has manual transmission. 1980 Lada 2105 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2105 | 380 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3080 mm |
