1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 970 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Signum |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
