1990 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Blizzard | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Blizzard | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2737 mm |
