1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 740 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony. 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, 2005 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Pony | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
