1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Natacha | 240 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
