2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Viano | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |