2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 33 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1975 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B2300 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2300 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
