1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |
