1988 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
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 (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1269 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2737 mm |
