1982 Lada 1200 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 520 kg more than 1982 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada 1200 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1200 | CLC |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 62 L |