1995 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Insignia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |