1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | Viano |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |