1996 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Audi A8.
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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. 1996 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1988 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi A8 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | G |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |