1986 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21.
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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 21 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2737 mm |
