2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 670 kg more than 1980 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
