1985 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate.
Because 1985 Buick Estate 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 1985 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Estate | Insignia |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2737 mm |