2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Silvia 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 15 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 775 kg more than 1988 Nissan Silvia. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Viano | Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |