2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 19 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 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 670 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B4000 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
