1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
