1981 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer 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 150 kg more than 2000 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. 2000 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1981 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Mercedes-Benz G | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | G | Soarer |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |