2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
