1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1995 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Signum |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
