1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2737 mm |
