2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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 (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
