1990 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Insignia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |