1992 Nissan Pintara 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 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 460 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
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, 2003 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pintara | Signum |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
