2000 Lada Samara vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara, 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Samara | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |