2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
