1988 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Insignia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2737 mm |