1991 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Espace | Signum |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
