2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 29 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 709 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.
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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1980 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | FX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
