2001 Mazda Demio vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Mazda Demio is newer by 21 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Mazda Demio.
Because 1980 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Demio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Demio | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Demio | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
