1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Wartburg | Opel |
Model | 1.3 l Tourist | Insignia |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2737 mm |