2001 Kia Sportage vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 423 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage.
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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
