1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1973 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1973 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, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1973 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
