2000 Opel Signum vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Signum | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2100 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
