1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 550 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Toronado | Signum |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
