2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 164.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | Viano | 164 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3350 mm |
