1989 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 90 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Mercedes-Benz G | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | G | Venza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |