1966 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
