2005 Lada 110 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 785 kg more than 2005 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lada 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
