1987 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 1987 Audi 80 and 1987 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 860 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 80 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 80 | G |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |