2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 1989 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (159 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 87 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |