1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 17 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 36 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda R-100 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | R-100 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |