1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. 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, 1999 Opel Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1999 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Concerto | Signum |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |