1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 31 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 784 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Celica | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2954 mm |
