1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Celica | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2737 mm |
