2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 18 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
