1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX-01 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |