1989 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Insignia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
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 |