2003 Mazda Kusabi vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2003 Mazda Kusabi is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 795 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Kusabi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Kusabi | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kusabi | G |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
