1990 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 21 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2737 mm |
