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) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
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 | 158 HP |
Torque | 324 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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 |