1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 580 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Urraco | G |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
