1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | 4Runner | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2737 mm |
