1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2001 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Bandeirante | Signum |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
