1992 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 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 711 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
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, 1992 Mazda 626, 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 (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda 626 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | Viano |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |