1996 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 1999 Opel Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 1999 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Signum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
