1993 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort 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 105 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 605 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Signum |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
