1991 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 13 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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 (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Signum |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
