1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 176 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
