1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |
