2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
