1994 Honda Today vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 18 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today.
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, 2012 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2012 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. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Insignia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1856 mm |