2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
