1985 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2737 mm |
