1994 Honda Today vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Insignia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1856 mm |