2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viano | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
