1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 200 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
