1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2737 mm |
