1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1982 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Avanti Avanti | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | G |
Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |