1978 Honda Prelude 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 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Insignia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2737 mm |