1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Toronado | Insignia |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2737 mm |