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


 

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