1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 18 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 200 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |