1994 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 Audi A6.
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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | G |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
