1999 Opel Signum vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 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 (271 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 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 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Signum | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
