1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 590 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Cala | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cala | G |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
