2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 695 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
