1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2011 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.

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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Plymouth Breeze 2011 Opel Insignia
Make Plymouth Opel
Model Breeze Insignia
Year Released 1994 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5850 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2737 mm


 

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