1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | G |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
