2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | Viano | Viva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2440 mm |
