2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlina | G |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
