2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2300 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
