1976 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Insignia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2737 mm |