1991 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | Viano |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 231 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |