2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | Viano | 930 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |