1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
