1975 Mazda Familia 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 Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 192 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. 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 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Familia | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Ascona |
Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |