1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 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 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 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 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Ascona | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Ascona | 2 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1035 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 |