1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1996 Audi RS2 is newer by 5 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Audi RS2.
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 RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS2 | G |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
