1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 23 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | Viano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
