1994 Honda Today vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Today. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1856 mm |
