1993 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CRX | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2737 mm |
