2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
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 (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | Viano | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
