1988 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | G | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |