2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 745 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Viano | Crown |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |