1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | CLS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4663 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2875 mm |
