1981 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 65 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | G | Korando |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
