1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Insignia |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2737 mm |