2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 119 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
