2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 23 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 520 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |