2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 915 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | E | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
