1981 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 723 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Signum |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |