1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville.

Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. 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 (350 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Cadillac Seville 2010 Opel Insignia
Make Cadillac Opel
Model Seville Insignia
Year Released 1978 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 158 HP
Torque 304 Nm 350 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2737 mm


 

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