1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2737 mm |
