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 1,909 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 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. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 1500 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 | 1909 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
