1992 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX.
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, 2012 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2737 mm |
