2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
