2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon weights approximately 308 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Sport Wagon | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
