1998 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 13 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 366 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Signum | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Signum | Duster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2673 mm |
