1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | G |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
