1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2737 mm |
