1986 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 715 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Opel Signum (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Signum |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |