1984 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz G | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | G | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
