2001 Opel Signum vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 703 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
