2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Viano | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
