1999 Opel Signum vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 161 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1999 Opel Signum (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
