1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Signum |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
