1996 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 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 111 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 19 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2737 mm |
