2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
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 Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
