1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corona | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2737 mm |
