1996 Ford Versailles vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Versailles.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Versailles | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Versailles | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2737 mm |
