2004 Lexus GX vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX 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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GX | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | GX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
