1983 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Plymouth Horizon | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Plymouth | Opel |
Model | Horizon | Insignia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2737 mm |