1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 121 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
