1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. 1987 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1981 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jimmy | G |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |