1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 796 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | Viano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
