2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
