1994 Mazda Sentia vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Mazda Sentia is newer by 13 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 546 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, 1994 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Sentia | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Sentia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
