1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Voyager | Signum |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
