1998 Lada 111 vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, both 1998 Lada 111 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 Opel Signum (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Lada 111. 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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada 111 | 1998 Opel Signum | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | 111 | Signum |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |