2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 39 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 120 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 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 |
