1969 Buick GS vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1986 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | G |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
