1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 461 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2104 | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
