1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 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 |
