1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | G |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
