1991 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 580 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.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Celica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |