2009 Opel Insignia vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8. 1990 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Insignia | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Insignia | V8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2710 mm |
