1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 340 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Levante | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
