1998 Opel Signum vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 224 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Signum | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
