1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 29 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 991 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, 2013 Infiniti G (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Ascona | G |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
