2002 Lada 2123 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2123 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
