2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 2 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
