2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 25 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 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
