1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cortina | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2737 mm |
