2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 703 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | E | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
