1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Carina | Insignia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2737 mm |