1989 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT.
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, 1985 Subaru XT (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | G | XT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
