1986 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 26 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 339 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | G | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2604 mm |
