1992 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Taurus. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Taurus has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Taurus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Taurus | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taurus | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2737 mm |
