2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2640 mm |
