1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 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, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
