1981 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 28 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 7 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | G | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
