1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | G | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
