1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2737 mm |
