1998 Honda Today vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 900 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1999 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
