1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit 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 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Esprit | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2737 mm |
