1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet 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 680 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coronet | Viano |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 292 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |