1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AZ-1 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3090 mm |
