1986 Citroen Visa 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 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Signum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
