1991 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400.
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, 2011 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2737 mm |
