2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | Viano | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
