2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown 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 46 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 614 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
