1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lagonda | Viano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |
