1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude.
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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 2000 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Signum |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |