1986 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1986 Mercedes-Benz G and 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 820 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz G | 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | G | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
