1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 1976 Buick LeSabre 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 1976 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 1976 Buick LeSabre 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. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LeSabre | Insignia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2737 mm |