1986 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Toyota Blizzard | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blizzard | Viano |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |