1998 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 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. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Signum | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Signum | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
