1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
