1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1971 Opel Ascona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Ascona weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | R-100 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
