1998 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, both 1998 Acura Integra and 1998 Opel Signum were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (170 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 341 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | Integra | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
