1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 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 Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | G |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |