1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 12 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2001 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2001 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Concerto | Signum |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |