1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | 109 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
