1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 526 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1998 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Concerto | Signum |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1566 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 |