2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 30 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 930 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
