1998 Opel Vectra vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, both 1998 Opel Vectra and 1998 Opel Signum were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 25 more horse power than 1998 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Opel 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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Vectra | 1998 Opel Signum | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Vectra | Signum |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |