2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 540 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |