2009 Audi TT vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 985 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1992 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TT | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
