2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 27 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 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 30 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B2300 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2300 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
