2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
