1985 Vauxhall Carlton 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 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1985 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Vauxhall Carlton | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
| Model | Carlton | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2737 mm |
