1979 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Insignia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2737 mm |