1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 985 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-01 | Viano |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |