1985 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz.
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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2737 mm |
