1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ascona | R |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
