1986 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz G | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
