2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
