2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B3000 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
