1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 28 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1016 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Ascona | SRX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
