1970 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S600 | Viano |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |