2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 27 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1910 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLK | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 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 | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
