1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 476 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (312 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLK | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
