1981 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | G | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
