1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Prelude | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Insignia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |