1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2737 mm |
