1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | Q45 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
