1992 Toyota Century vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Century.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Century. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Century. 1992 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Century | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Century | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2737 mm |
