2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 199 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Viano | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
