1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 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 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 865 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2105 | S |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
