1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 835 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | Viano |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |
