1988 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra.
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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Insignia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2737 mm |