1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | QX4 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
