2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 120 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 705 kg more than 1979 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 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Viano | Crown |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |