1970 Buick GS vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Buick GS.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | G |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 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 |
