1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 663 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | Viano |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |