1998 Nissan Presea 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 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Presea.

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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Nissan Presea 2012 Opel Insignia
Make Nissan Opel
Model Presea Insignia
Year Released 1998 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2737 mm