2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | ML | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
