2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
