1998 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Signum would be higher. Both 1998 Opel Signum and 2004 Vauxhall Vectra are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Signum | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Signum | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
