1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 283 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 2008 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S-MX | Signum |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |