1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 616 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 616 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |