1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Insignia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2737 mm |