1982 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1982 Mercedes-Benz G and 1982 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G.
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1982 Mercedes-Benz G | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | G | Firebird |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |