1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault Super 5 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Super 5 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2737 mm |
