1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | Viano |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
