1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 1993 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX-7 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2737 mm |