1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 29 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 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Ascona | G37 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
