1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Insignia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2737 mm |