1985 Pontiac Grand Am 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 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | Grand Am | Insignia |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
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 |