1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | Viano |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3210 mm |