2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 665 kg more than 1984 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 (460 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
