1989 Honda Integra vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 472 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. 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, 2005 Opel Signum (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Integra | Signum |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
