1993 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 132 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
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 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | G | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
