1994 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | SL | Ascona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |