2000 Opel Signum vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Signum | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |