1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 69 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2005 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Signum |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
