1990 Audi V8 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Audi V8 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | V8 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |