1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Signum |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
