1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Horizon | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Opel |
| Model | Horizon | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2737 mm |
