2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 920 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | Viano | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
