2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 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 (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 176 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | Viano | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
