1980 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda RX-7 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
