1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Cutlass | Insignia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2737 mm |