2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 648 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sport Wagon | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
