1983 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 1983 Buick Electra 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 1983 Buick Electra. 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Insignia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2737 mm |