1980 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 449 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Celica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
