1988 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.

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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (166 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 2003 Opel Signum
Make Honda Opel
Model Legend Signum
Year Released 1988 2003
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2675 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2840 mm


 

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