1999 Kia Joice vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Kia Joice.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Joice | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
