1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, both 1980 Mercedes-Benz G and 1980 Volvo 244 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 610 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 244. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | G | 244 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
