1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 942 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |