1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 695 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda MX-6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 2008 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda MX-6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Mazda MX-6 | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-6 | Antara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |