1989 Lada 2104 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2104 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2104 | CL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
