1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 23 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
