1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Carina | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2737 mm |
