1998 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Insignia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2737 mm |