1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fellow | G |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 96 L |