1981 Lancia Trevi vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Trevi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Trevi | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trevi | G |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
