2000 Lada 110 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Lada 110 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada 110, 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada 110 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |
