2003 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1985 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, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti QX4 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | QX4 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
