2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 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 CL (700 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
