1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant 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 610 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | Viano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
