2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | B2300 | Ascona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |