2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S 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 250 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3722 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 297 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
