1987 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego.
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, 2011 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Montego | Insignia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |