2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 86 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
