1996 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
