1999 Opel Signum vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 535 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Signum | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
