2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
