1989 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 620 kg more than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
