1985 Pontiac Grand Am 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 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 (350 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Grand Am | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2737 mm |
