1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,300 cc, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1986 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Ascona | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
