1988 Lada 2104 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada 2104 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2104 | 300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |