1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Insignia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2737 mm |