1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 885 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
