1992 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal 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 5 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. 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, 2007 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2007 Opel Signum | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Regal | Signum |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |