2000 Opel Signum vs. 1996 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Saloon 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 49 more horse power than 1996 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 660 kg more than 1996 Proton Saloon. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1996 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Signum | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
