1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 370 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | G | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |