2000 Opel Signum vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 615 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Signum | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |