1991 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 970 kg more than 1991 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz G | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3400 mm |
