2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Premacy | Ascona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |