1995 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan President weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum. 1995 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan President | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | President | Signum |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
