2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida 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 122 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
