2001 Opel Signum vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 610 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Signum | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
