1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2737 mm |
