1984 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1984 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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Insignia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1856 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2737 mm |