2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Century. (128 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 Toyota Century. 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 (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1971 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Viano | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |