1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1987 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2107 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |
