1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
