1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Celica | C |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
