1983 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corona 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corona | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corona | Signum |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
