1991 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 156 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Signum |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
