1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 118 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2737 mm |
