1990 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 104 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. 2011 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz G | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | G | Actyon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |