1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 7 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1991 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laputa | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
