1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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 (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |
