1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
