1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Wildcat | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2737 mm |
