1979 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Because 1979 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1979 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1979 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Ascona | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Ascona | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2408 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2789 mm |
