1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. Both 1997 Mazda 626 and 1980 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
