1982 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 675 kg more than 1971 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
