1981 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 910 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 929 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | Viano |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |