1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Plymouth | Opel |
Model | Valiant | Insignia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |