1983 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1983 Ford Escort and 2011 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2737 mm |
