1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Ascona | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Ascona | 2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 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 |