1989 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Carina | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Carina | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2737 mm |
