2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 765 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
