1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 220 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
