2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
