2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 237 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |