1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 180 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Ascona | 2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
