1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Celica | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2737 mm |
