1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Ponton | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
