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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 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 | 1360 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2737 mm |
