2000 Opel Signum vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 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 61 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Signum | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
