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 |