2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 864 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2640 mm |
