1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1985 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
