1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 1982 Avanti Avanti 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 1982 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Avanti | Opel |
Model | Avanti | Insignia |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2737 mm |