2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Celica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |
