1986 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 620 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 90 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
