1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2737 mm |
