1997 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 485 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
