2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
