1986 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. 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 (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1856 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2737 mm |
