1992 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Insignia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2737 mm |