1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2004 Opel Signum | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Toronado | Signum |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |