2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
