1983 Plymouth Turismo 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 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Opel |
| Model | Turismo | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2737 mm |
