1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
